Godzilla returns to America in the Hollywood cut of The Return of Godzilla! But he's not alone—Raymond Burr reprises his role from Godzilla 1956, Dr. Pepper sneaks onto the set, dubious dubbing abounds, and soldiers make wisecracks in poor taste. You know, all that American stuff. But does it ultimately complement or distract from the … Continue reading Godzilla 1985 Movie Review | Podcast
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Swamp Thing (1982) Movie Review | Podcast
He's a lean, mean, jolly green giant with the powers of... the swamp! Wes Craven delivers a comic book flick with mutants, evil geniuses, and lots and lots of fog. Does this slimy superhero rise from the muck or is he best left in the greenhouse? Plus, discussions on the superhero genre, Wes Craven's career, … Continue reading Swamp Thing (1982) Movie Review | Podcast
Gamera, the Giant Monster (1965) Movie Review | Podcast
The debut of that other Big G - the brave, the super, the INVINCIBLE - Gamera! And that's with one "M", before you forget and wind up on the roasting end of his fire breath. Or maybe you'd prefer the Toshio approach to certain death: ignore every warning and run straight toward the rampaging kaiju. … Continue reading Gamera, the Giant Monster (1965) Movie Review | Podcast
Dracula’s Daughter (1936) Movie Review | Podcast
https://media.rss.com/camp-kaiju-monster-movie-podcast/feed.xml Drac's dead but his daughter very much wants to live. She seeks a cure for her bloodlust but thanks to the terrible men in her life, realizes happiness might lie in embracing her true vampiric nature. If you're thinking this sounds like a metaphor for sexual identity, you are correct. This Universal Monster movie … Continue reading Dracula’s Daughter (1936) Movie Review | Podcast
Invasion of Astro-Monster (1965) Movie Review | Podcast
The one where Godzilla goes to space, the one where Godzilla dances, the one where Godzilla and Rodan are mind-controlled by a race of leather-clad aliens from Planet X and, along with King Ghidorah, are sent to destroy humanity. Whoa. Is this sci-fi romp peak Showa Era or the end of Honda's "serious" Godzilla? Put … Continue reading Invasion of Astro-Monster (1965) Movie Review | Podcast
God Told Me To (1976) Movie Review | Podcast
When New Yorkers go berserk, one cop must unravel the divine alien conspiracy behind it all. Along the way, he'll uncover a mystery that leaves you with waaay more questions than answers. Larry Cohen, the director behind "It's Alive" and "Q", delivers another weird one - mind control, vaginal orifices, Sylvia Sydney, Blaxploitation, and so … Continue reading God Told Me To (1976) Movie Review | Podcast
Morbius (2022) Movie Review | Podcast
https://anchor.fm/s/6a39cf3c/podcast/rss It's a crossover episode all about Marvel’s infamous monster misfire. Vampires may be immortal, but does this one deserve it? Hey, it’s a great excuse to chat horror comics, Blade, and the bloodsucking bovine known only as Hellcow. Welcome to “Magic & Monsters”, a new series from Camp Kaiju and Gays Do the D: … Continue reading Morbius (2022) Movie Review | Podcast
Fiend Without a Face (1958) | Podcast Review
Killer brains are on the loose and only the Army can stop them now! Or, at least deny their radiation tests had anything to do with it. Oops. Welcome to the squishy, squelching world of this ‘50s sci-fi romp - it ain't exactly a thinker, but you don't have to be a brainiac to enjoy … Continue reading Fiend Without a Face (1958) | Podcast Review
Predator 2 (1990) Movie Review
An underrated follow up to 1987’s Predator, set in a crime-plagued Los Angeles. Danny Glover plays a loose-cannon detective hellbent on avenging his partners, killed by a new predator. Glover, center, leads the ensemble with an honest and sincere performance. Director: Stephen HopkinsScreenplay: Jim Thomas, John ThomasProducers: Suzanne Todd, Joel Silver, Lawrence Gordon, John Davis, Terry Carr, Tom … Continue reading Predator 2 (1990) Movie Review
Season 4 Announcement! All New Thrills, Chills & Frightful Fun
We are so excited to get back to talkin' monster movies! In this new episode we share what those will be, pay tribute to the legendary Roger Corman, and introduce new segments. Plus, we dig into Minya's Mailbox to start making up for lost time. We had a blast recording this one; we hope you … Continue reading Season 4 Announcement! All New Thrills, Chills & Frightful Fun